it's peachy in atlanta. back here in new york, bulbs are in, the crystal sparkles, especially one honoring the late dick clark, the first new year without him. just a sign of the times in this square, security is super tight. 54 check points. >> people will be safe. we believe it's the safest location in america on times square. >> reporter: even those getting ready for the big night aren't forgetting others who need a little cheer. one salon owner is donating her cut of today's proceeds to survivors of superstorm sandy. >> why not give them a reason to help somebody else while looking great themselves? >> reporter: on a night when style is substance -- no shame for tooting one's horn. but when you uncork the bubbly, doctors warn, don't do this. here's how to toast to good health without putting an eye out. hold a towel over the cork, point away at a 45 degree angle. twist the bottle, not the cork, and let the good times flow. >> it's my first time on new year's eve, because it's on my bucket list. >> it's o